Things to Do: Learn from LaRue

AUTHOR(S)

Terez, Tom

PUB. DATE

October 2001

SOURCE

Workforce (10928332);Oct2001, Vol. 80 Issue 10, p30

SOURCE TYPE

Periodical

DOC. TYPE

Article

ABSTRACT

Features LaRue Etling, a retired employee who uses a to-do list at work and at home. Description of the work ethic of Etling and his approach to life; Jobs taken by Etling until his retirement; Views on influencing people.

ACCESSION #

5338482

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